Celebrating their 25th anniversary, Spanish Brass presents a captivating journey through diverse musical landscapes with their album "25". Released on May 13, 2019, under SB Produccions, this jazz beats album offers a unique blend of classical and contemporary pieces, showcasing the ensemble's exceptional versatility and virtuosity.
The album opens with a charming rendition of Daquin's "Le coucou" and includes a powerful performance of Verdi's "La forza del destino: Overture (Sinfonia)". Spanish Brass also pays homage to their jazz roots with tracks like "Beautiful Journey" by Vizzutti and "Arrebato" by Guinovart. The ensemble's technical prowess shines through in the intricate "Passages pour quintette de couivres" by Caratini and the dynamic "Pentabrass" by Cardo.
Throughout the album, Spanish Brass demonstrates their ability to seamlessly transition between different musical styles, from the playful "Suite Pantomímica" by Brotons to the cinematic "Un po' di Fellini" by Rota. The album concludes with a lively interpretation of Stravinsky's "Marche Royale" from "L'histoire du soldat", leaving the audience eager for more.
With a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, "25" is a testament to Spanish Brass's enduring passion for music and their commitment to pushing the boundaries of the brass quintet genre. This album is a must-listen for both longtime fans and newcomers to Spanish Brass's extraordinary musical world.
2019 SB Management, C.B.2019 Spanish Brass
Tracks
Daquin: Pièces de clavecin, troisième suite: 16. Le coucouLouis-Claude Daquin, Spanish Brass
Verdi: La forza del destino: Overture (Sinfonia)Guisepper Verdi, Spanish Brass